Friday, September 11, 2009

Rapper State of Mind: Kim D




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Kim D, born as Kimberly Danielle Smith, in Tallahassee, FL is the latest threat to the Hip-Hop scene. She is making a name for herself while filling the void of under-represented and often overlooked female rappers. Kim D has been an entertainer since the age of 6. Whether she was telling jokes, rapping, or singing, she remained the center of attention wherever she was.

In July 2008, at the age of 24, she decided to document her enthusiasm for Air Jordan Sneakers through a single rap song posted on Youtube. “Air Jordan Sneakerhead” was a song intended to inform viewers about the history of Jordans and showcase her extensive collection. The video was an instant success. Within the first week, it received over 6,000 views and was posted by numerous renowned sneaker websites. She received positive feedback from fellow sneaker collectors, rap enthusiasts, and even the Nike/Jordan designers, and executives. This sparked a new found outlet for expressing her love for footwear and entertaining.

Kim D has gained much popularity in the sneaker world, including nation-wide performances, interviews, and editorials. Her newly discovered talent led to the next stage of her entertainment journey as a versatile rapper/singer/songwriter. In just 8 months from her rap debut of “Air Jordan Sneakerhead,” she released her first mixtape entitled “Rapper State of Mind” (April 2009).

Kim D’s execution on “Rapper State of Mind” was unexpected, yet incredibly well-received. From her lyrics, to her delivery, to her performances, she proved to be a newcomer that possessed the skills of a rap veteran. Kim D is currently working on the release of her second mixtape, preparing her Demo, writing for various artists, and collaborating with other musical talents.

In addition to her musical endeavors, Kim D is also pursuing her Master’s degree and launching her own line of apparel, N8 Tees, which will feature customizable designs and colorways. Be on the lookout for this multi-faceted individual as she proceeds to redefine female rap, as we know it.

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